Which of the following is a shortcoming of public opinion polls?

A) Polls measure only elite opinion.
B) Polls are unable to measure the intensity of feelings about issues.
C) Polls have no scientific credibility.
D) Polls are undemocratic.


Answer is B) Polls are unable to measure the intensity of feelings about issues.

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